GoAccess

GoAccess is an open-source web log analytics solution that provides real-time monitoring and analysis capabilities for system administrators, developers, and DevOps professionals. The software operates as a terminal-based interactive viewer, offering immediate insights into web server traffic patterns, visitor behavior, and system performance metrics. Unlike traditional web analytics platforms that require complex setup and external dependencies, GoAccess processes log files directly on the server, delivering fast, lightweight analysis without compromising user privacy or requiring data transmission to third-party services. The company has established itself within the open-source infrastructure tools ecosystem, serving organizations that prioritize data sovereignty, performance efficiency, and command-line workflows. GoAccess supports multiple log formats including Apache, Nginx, Amazon S3, Elastic Load Balancing, and CloudFront, making it versatile across diverse hosting environments. The tool generates both terminal-based dashboards and HTML reports, enabling teams to monitor web traffic through their preferred interface while maintaining minimal resource overhead.